The Clinton Central School District is a public school district covering the village of Clinton, Oneida County, New York, United States. It includes most of the town of Kirkland and small parts of adjoining towns.
Serving 361 students in grades 9-12, Clinton Senior High School ranks in the top 20% of all schools in New York for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 30%, and reading proficiency is top 30%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 60-69% (which is higher than the New York state average of 52%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is ≥80% (which is higher than the New York state average of 49%).
The student:teacher ratio of 12:1 is higher than the New York state level of 11:1.
Minority enrollment is 9% of the student body (majority Black and Hispanic), which is lower than the New York state average of 60% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 361 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 12:1
- Minority Enrollment: 9%
- Graduation Rate: ≥95% (Top 10% in NY)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 20%
- Math Proficiency: 60-69% (Top 30%)
- Reading Proficiency: ≥80% (Top 10%)
- Science Proficiency: ≥95% (Top 5%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NY Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Clinton Senior High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in New York for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Science Proficiency
Graduation Rate
School Overview
Clinton Senior High School's student population of 361 students has declined by 14% over five school years.
The teacher population of 31 teachers has grown by 10% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
361 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
31 teachers
Year Founded
1955
First Day of School
Mon. Sep 1, 2025
Last Day of School
Thu. Jun 25, 2026
School Motto
Our students are prepared for the future through engaging, meaningful and challenging learning opportunities delivered by motivated and inspired professionals.
School Rankings
Clinton Senior High School ranks within the top 20% of all 4,346 schools in New York (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Clinton Senior High School is 0.17, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.72. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#759 out of 4346 schools
(Top 20%)
(Top 20%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
60-69%
52%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
≥80%
49%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
≥95%
78%
Student : Teacher Ratio
12:1
11:1
American Indian
1%
1%
Asian
1%
10%
Hispanic
2%
30%
Black
2%
16%
White
91%
40%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
3%
3%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
≥95%
87%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
24%
54%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
2%
3%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NY Dept. of Education
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Clinton Senior High School's ranking?
Clinton Senior High School is ranked #759 out of 4,346 schools, which ranks it among the top 20% of public schools in New York.
What schools are Clinton Senior High School often compared to?
Clinton Senior High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Holland Patent Central High School, Sauquoit Valley High School, Southwest Academy by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
60-69% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 52% NY state average), while ≥80% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 49% NY state average).
What is the graduation rate of Clinton Senior High School?
The graduation rate of Clinton Senior High School is 95%, which is higher than the New York state average of 87%.
How many students attend Clinton Senior High School?
361 students attend Clinton Senior High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
91% of Clinton Senior High School students are White, 3% of students are Two or more races, 2% of students are Hispanic, 2% of students are Black, 1% of students are American Indian, and 1% of students are Asian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Clinton Senior High School?
Clinton Senior High School has a student ration of 12:1, which is higher than the New York state average of 11:1.
What grades does Clinton Senior High School offer ?
Clinton Senior High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Clinton Senior High School part of?
Clinton Senior High School is part of Clinton Central School District.
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